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Shella, India

Meghalaya · 🇮🇳 India

Shella is a mid-size city in Meghalaya, India with a population of 54,039. Elevation: 207 ft (63 m). Average temperature: 70°F (21°C).

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
54,039 Population
207 ft Elevation 63 meters
70°F Avg Temperature 21°C
246.9 in Annual Rain
Asia / Kolkata Timezone
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Education
3.8 / 5.0
34.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 34.4%
2% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 7.3%
77% lower than US avg
Unemployment 4.2%
17% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 5.3%
57% lower than US avg

People

Population54,039
Median Age28.7 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female52% / 48%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$2,530
Unemployment4.2%
Poverty5.3%

Health

Obesity7.3%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking7.6%
Depression12.6%

Climate

Avg Temp70°F (21°C)
AQI126 (Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups)
Rain246.9 in/yr
Sunny Days162/yr
Elevation207 ft (63 m)

Education

B+
Bachelor's+34.4%
High School+80.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband55.9%
Population54,039
Elevation207 ft (63 m)
Coordinates25.1786°, 91.6395°
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata
Country🇮🇳 India
State / ProvinceMeghalaya
Average Temperature70°F (21°C)
January Average58°F (14°C)
July Average76°F (24°C)
Annual Precipitation246.9 inches (6,270 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age28.7 years

Is Shella a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Shella receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include a low poverty rate. Shella offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

Unemployment stands at 4.2%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 5.3% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 34.4% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 80.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Shella enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 70°F. Winters average 58°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. With 162 sunny days, the area sees less sunshine than many U.S. cities. Annual precipitation totals 246.9 inches. Air quality is rated Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups with a median AQI of 126.

Shella has a population of 54,039. The median age is 28.7 years, 26% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 48.4% female and 51.6% male. 13.1% of residents have a disability. 69.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

54,039
Total Population
28.7yrs
Median Age
26% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 51.6%
Female 48.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Shella vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Shella vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Shella is N/A. Per capita income is $2,530 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 4.2% (above the 3.6% US average). 5.3% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 27, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Shella vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$2,530

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.2%
17% above US avg
Poverty Rate5.3%
57% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living27.00 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Shella, 7.3% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 8.7% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). 31.1% have high blood pressure. 7.6% are current smokers (below the 14.0% national rate). 4.5% report binge drinking. 73.9% are physically inactive, above the national average. 12.6% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

Health Metrics: Shella vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity7.3%
77% below US avg
Diabetes8.7%
High Blood Pressure31.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking7.6%
46% below US avg
Binge Drinking4.5%
Physical Inactivity73.9%
Depression12.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate69.0%

Food & Exercise

Shella enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 70°F (21°C). Winters average 58°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 162 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual precipitation totals 246.9 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups with a median AQI of 126 — residents may notice occasional air quality concerns. 35% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 207 feet.

Temperature

58°F Jan (14°C) 76°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average69.7°F
29% above US avg
January Average58°F (14°C)
July Average76°F (24°C)
Sunny Days162 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall246.9 inches
550% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median126.0
RatingUnhealthy for Sensitive Groups
Good Days %34.9%

Geography

Elevation207 ft (63 m)
Coordinates25.1786°N, 91.6395°W
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 58°F (14°C) 0.5 in Coldest, Driest
February 61°F (16°C) 1.2 in
March 68°F (20°C) 5.6 in
April 72°F (22°C) 17.6 in
May 74°F (23°C) 26.1 in
June 75°F (24°C) 48.3 in
July 76°F (24°C) 67.2 in Wettest
August 76°F (25°C) 40.6 in Warmest
September 76°F (24°C) 27.5 in
October 73°F (23°C) 10.3 in
November 67°F (19°C) 1.6 in
December 61°F (16°C) 0.5 in

Shella has a seasonal temperature swing of 18°F — from 58°F in January to 76°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 246.8 inches, with July being the wettest month (67.2") and January the driest (0.5").

34.4% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 2% above the national average of 33.7%. 80.0% have completed high school. 55.9% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate).

Education

Bachelor's Degree+34.4%
2% above US avg
High School+80.0%
B+ Education Grade (3.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access55.9%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Shella

What is the population of Shella?

Shella has a population of 54,039 residents and is located in India.. The median age of residents is 28.7 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 48.4% female and 51.6% male.

Is Shella expensive to live in?

Shella is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 27 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Shella?

Shella enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 70°F (21°C). Winter temperatures average 58°F in January, while summers reach an average of 76°F in July. The area receives 162 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 246.9 inches. Air quality is rated Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 126.

How is the job market in Shella?

Shella has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.2%, near the national average of 3.6%.

How are the schools in Shella?

34.4% of adults in Shella hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 80.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Shella?

The obesity rate in Shella is 7.3% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 7.6% of adults are smokers. 73.9% are physically inactive. 12.6% of residents report depression.

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